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Episode 104: Memorable Camp Moments with Smokey

April 20, 2026

This episode features Sunshine's chat with Smokey, who will be a Head Counselor this summer at GAC. Smokey shares about her childhood summer camp experiences and how she creates memorable moments for campers at GAC.

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Episode 89: WOWs with Bravo Episode 103: Crank Up the Thanks (and Happiness!)

Episode 103: Crank Up the Thanks (and Happiness!)

April 13, 2026

Welcome to the 2026 Season of the Gold Arrow Camp Podcast! In this episode, Sunshine talks about the GAC Philosophy (Vision, Mission, & Goals) and how we focus on building specific character traits and skills that lead to well-being. This summer, our theme is Crank up the Thanks.  Our focus is building our gratitude, a character trait consistently linked to happiness and well-being.

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Episode 89: WOWs with Bravo Episode 79: Creating a Happier World – The GAC Philosophy 2026 Theme: Crank Up the Thanks (Turn Up the Gratitude) Three Good Things Gratitude Practice (Greater Good Science Center)

Schoolhouse Rocks 5K on May 17

April 6, 2026

Join GAC Runners at the Schoolhouse Rocks 5K (Menlo Park) on Sunday, May 17

Join the GAC Runners for the Schoolhouse Rocks 5K in Menlo Park! We're thrilled to be back to help support the Menlo Park - Atherton Education Foundation at this great event. We'll be at the expo before and after the race, so please come and see us. The race starts at 9:00 AM, and we'll be taking a group picture with all of our GAC friends and families at our booth at 10:15 AM. Information and registration available here.  

April Parent Coffee

April 3, 2026

"Why Campers Can be Homesick AND Happy"

Are you worried that your child will struggle adjusting to being away from you and away from home at camp this summer? Join Sunshine & Chelster on April 30 at 12pm PT to discuss the discomfort some children experience being away from home and parents and how you can help your camper not only work through separation anxiety but end up confident and happy about future away-from-home adventures (like college).

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